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Aloha Reader, Upside-Down Pilates In this weeks episode of Upside-Down Pilates we learn how to do the the Pilates Hundreds. As we explore the hundreds we learn micro exercises to build up our abdominal strength so we can do this exercise with ease. ​ Happy International Pilates Day! As I move into my 50th year I am more and more grateful for my decision to become a Pilates teacher over 25 years ago. The springs are both my best friends and greatest enemies. 😅😅. Many mahalos to all of my teachers, friends, and students that have been part of my journey. Remember to breathe! ​ Are you ready to be healthy and thrive? Would you love a personalized hand crafted program to go from sick and in pain to happy and free? If you are interested in investing in yourself and joining me for Upside-Down Pilates or returning to Upside-Down Pilates personalized programs , please fill out this form to see if we might be a good fit to work together. Do not let distance stop you! I work with clients all over the world via Zoom! No equipment required!​ Upside-Down Nourishment This week's microbiome definition: SCFAS (SHORT-CHAIN FATTY ACIDS) Short-chain fatty acids are the primary microbial metabolites produced from fiber fermentation. This include butyrate, acetate, and propionate. Short-chain fatty acids are what determines our health or sickness. What does that mean for you? Short-chain fatty acids are produced by good bacteria when they eat fibers and polyphenols. You must eat a variety of fibers and polyphenols in order to support a variety of species who produce the short-chain fatty acids in order for you to be healthy! If you are interested in building a diverse and resilient microbiome to eliminate you pain and build a long and enjoyable life consider investing in yourself and joining me for Upside-Down Nourishment or returning to Upside-Down Nourishment personalized programs, please fill out this form to see if we might be a good fit to work together.​ Do not let distance stop you! I work with clients all over the world via Zoom! REMEMBER, self care is health care! If you don't care for yourself you won't be able to care for anyone else. Have a beautiful day! Lisa |
Aloha Reader, Upside-Down Pilates In this episode of Upside-Down Pilates we continue learning how to do the Spine Twist Pilates exercise. We use the Reformer to twist top to bottom and bottom to top. The cross lateral connection of our internal and external obliques give us strength and power in sports, dance, and our daily lives! Join me to learn how to twist with precision and control. In this series of videos we explore one exercise at a time. We look at what is each exercise good for. Are...
Aloha Reader, Upside-Down Pilates In this episode of Upside-Down Pilates we continue learning how to do the Spine Twist Pilates exercise. The cross lateral connection of our internal and external obliques give us strength and power in sports, dance, and our daily lives! Join me to learn how to twist with precision and control. We explore how the foam roller, hand weights, push thru bar, and arm springs can help inform and strengthen our spine twist. In this series of videos we explore one...
Aloha Reader, Upside-Down Pilates In this episode of Upside-Down Pilates, we learn how to do the Spine Twist Pilates exercise. Our anatomy minute for the day is the internal/ external obliques cross connection. In this series of videos we explore one exercise at a time. We look at what is each exercise good for. Are there any reason not to do the exercise? We also learn many modifications for each exercise to build strength and endurance slowly over time. Are you ready to be healthy and...